The DS-82 is printed on A4 format paper, each page on a separate sheet. Forms printed on both sizes of paper will not be accepted. The form can be printed in black and white or in color.
You can print the form from the Department's public facing e-Forms webpage to ensure you are using the latest version.
As we mentioned above, the Form DS-82 comes in the form of a six-page PDF file, of which the first four pages are for instructions to fill the form while the remaining two pages are the form itself. It is important to go through all the instructions mentioned on the form in detail before filling up the form.
STEP 1 – COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION You will still need to print out your application for submission. 2) The last page of the application wizard is titled “Passport Product & Fees.” This page is NOT an online payment, and will not be paying the fees, it is used just to calculate your fees.
Use a padded envelope or a sturdy package: Protect the passport by using a padded envelope or a sturdy package to prevent damage during transit (1). This will help safeguard the passport from any potential mishandling or accidents that may occur during shipping.
If you are traveling within two (2) weeks (14 days), then you may apply at the Chicago Passport Agency, Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 South Dearborn St., 18th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-1564. An appointment is required. The automated appointment number is 1877-487-2778.
Dear Sirs/Madam: This letter is to inform you that I (Your Name) will be traveling on (Travel Date) to (Country to be visited) on vacation. (Reason Why) In order to book my international flight I must have a valid passport therefore, I am applying now without an itinerary.
(Applicant's Name) authorize my representative, whose signature is verified below, to collect the passport/documents on my behalf. Name of The Representative: …………………………………. ID Number of the Person or passport number……………………… Contact Details of The Representative: …………………………………
I/We solemnly declare that he/she has not lost, surrendered or been deprived of his/her citizenship of India and that the information given in respect of him/her in this application is true. It is also certified that I/we am/are holding/not holding valid Indian passport(s).